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Government Alliance for Safe Communities Announces $100 Million in Grant Opportunities for Violence Prevention and Community Violence Intervention Initiatives

Illinois, Cook County, and City of Chicago will partner to bring unprecedented resources to communities most impacted by violence, poverty, and other consequences of systemic racism

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Courts and Legal

Cook County Hosts First “Community Voices” Meeting to Shape Future of American Rescue Plan Programs

Under the leadership of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County is set to kick off its “Community Voices” event series with the first of four community meetings this week.

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Community

Cook County Launches “Community Voices” Survey and Events to Help Prioritize American Rescue Plan Programs

Under the leadership of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County is launching a community engagement series to help determine which American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs to continue once funding runs out in 2026.

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Community

Loyola Medicine, Cook County and Undue Medical Debt Partner to Abolish More than $112 Million in Medical Debt

Majority of Abolishment Attributed to Cook County Medical Debt Relief Initiative, Providing $80 Million in Relief for over 44,000 Residents 

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Health

Cook County Honored with Record 54 National Association of Counties Achievement Awards

The National Association of Counties (NACo) has honored Cook County with 54 achievement awards recognizing innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.

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Community